Internal Opportunities

Seed Collection Technician

The University of Hawaii Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation and the Office of Land and Ocean Conservation Futures is hiring two Seed Collection Technicians (#0077832T and #0078042T) to support the Native Plant Materials Development Program.  The Seed Collection Technicians will support the development of native plant materials through the systematic seed collection of native workhorse species.  If you have experience and interest in ecosystem restoration, horticulture/agriculture, wild seed collection, and the propagation and production of native plant species, please consider applying for this position.  Please direct questions to Tim Chambers (tchambers.oanrp@gmail.com; 808-285-5139) or Clay Trauernicht (trauerni@hawaii.edu)

Please apply here by December 5, 2025.

Associate Dean & Associate Director of Cooperative Extension

For more information on how to apply, please see the job listing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Ph.D. in a discipline associated with CTAHR from an accredited college or university.
• Attainment of the academic rank of professor or equivalent, or have demonstrated a record of comparable professional experience prior to appointment.
• Five (5) years of leadership experience in higher education at the department chair or program director level or higher administrative position.
• Experience in Cooperative Extension, along with a comprehensive understanding of the State-Federal Extension partnership.
• Ability to secure grants and private funds to support extension innovations.
• Knowledge of extension services and the ability to supervise staff.
• Excellent communication skills, interpersonal abilities, and the ability to work in a strong team environment to achieve CTAHR’s mission and goals.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience as an Extension Agent and/or Extension Specialist.
• Evidence of leadership experience.
• Familiarity with Extension operations in other states.

TO APPLY: Click in the "Apply" button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach the required documents. If you have not applied for a position before using NeoGov, you will need to create an account.  

Candidates must also submit/attach:

1. Cover Letter summarizing the candidate’s interest and qualifications for the position;
2. Current Resume or Curriculum vitae (CV);
3. Names of four (4) professional references, including title and contact information (phone number & email address);
4. Official transcripts or original documentation from the institution confirming the degree (copies acceptable; however, official transcripts sent directly from the degree-granting institution are required upon hire).  Diplomas will not be accepted.
    

Internal Internship Opportunities

KUPU Year-Round Internship with the Teaching Change Partnership

Kupu’s programs inspire participants to discover the greatness and importance of natural resource fields in Hawaiʻi and the Pacific region. Programs vary from education for youth, to professional development for young adults and rising industry leaders. Financial stipends, education certificates, and college credit are also awarded for various programs to make learning accessible to all.

To learn more about our programs: https://www.kupuhawaii.org/participate
 

Internal Job Opportunities

DLNR jobs

Planner III, IV, and VI - Department of Planning & Permitting (City & County of Honolulu)

• Location: Honolulu
• Description: Looking for aspiring planners who are knowledgeable about: principles, practices, purposes, and scope of techniques of the various phases of city planning; trends in Federal, State and local planning as they affect city planning; Research methodology and statistical procedures; Sources and uses of socio-economic information; and State and local laws and ordinances related to city planning.
• Positions open: Planner III, IV, V, and VI. Level of responsibilities will vary depending on Planner level
• Monthly salary: Planner IV $5,258+, Planner V $5,918+, Planner VI $6,399+
• To apply: Please email us at planningdivision@honolulu.gov with your resume and we can discuss the most
  suitable role based on your experiences and qualifications. After our discussion, all applications must complete the full application online
  at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/honolulu for determination of eligibility. 
• Click here for full job description

**List of Internship Opportunities that can be used towards NREM Internship Experience requirement (NREM 492)**

Healthy Climate Communities Internship

Unpaid internship to assist with community forestry and/or education at the Hāmākua Marsh State Wildlife Sanctuary, Kailua, Oahu

Specific area of focus mutually agreed with intern depending on interests and skills. May include environmental education with school groups, facilitating volunteer groups, various projects to expand and manage our nursery and native forest on the watershed of Hāmākua Marsh.

Email info@healthyclimatecommunities.org with a brief statement of your availability and previous relevant experience.